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General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
If any of these are present, call 102 and go to the nearest emergency hospital now.
Acute mastoiditis (urgent) is an emergency condition requiring immediate attention. Symptoms include swelling behind the ear, severe ear pain, and fever. It is crucial to seek care immediately, as it can be life-threatening. A clinical diagnosis is confirmed with an ENT examination, followed by IV antibiotics. If complications arise, a CT scan may be necessary. The condition should be treated by a clinician, but specific dosing is not provided.
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Acute mastoiditis (urgent) is an emergency condition assessed by SI.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic
Findings that point to it: behind ear swelling, ear pain, fever.
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EMERGENCY, go now: this is an emergency condition; go to the nearest emergency department or call 102.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic
Tests used to confirm: same-day ENT; IV antibiotics; CT if complications.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic
Treatment is decided by a clinician after confirming the diagnosis. No dosing information is given here.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic
ENT UK, AAP 2013 otitis media (complications)
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